DIY Tundra transmission fluid change.

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DIY Tundra transmission fluid change.

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DIY Toyota Tundra transmission fluid change.
‘Sealed transmissions’ are anything but sealed. Anyone with a few hand tools and a bit of experience using them can easily drain and fill their ‘sealed’ Toyota Tundra transmission at home. This is the DIY version of the fluid service for the AB60F transmission.
Here’s a link to the Tundra service manual on eManuals online: shrsl.com/4hf61
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Lastly, you will need a sharp pick, a long handle ratchet, a 14mm shallow socket, and a 24mm shallow socket.
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@NutsandBoltswithTone Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing Steve. How often do you replace the transmission filter?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Every 60k for me, but for a lot of folks those pan bolts can be a real bear. In northern climates they’ll rust - then break coming out. I’d leave those alone.

@SoEnduroBro Жыл бұрын

What would be your recommendation on this. 2014 Tundra 140,000 miles and don’t think the trans has had any services. I’m the second owner. This truck lives in California so no salt on roads. Should I do a drain and fill or drop pan and do everything? Thanks for the help.

@NutsandBoltswithTone Жыл бұрын

@GFYM OK so this is a tricky situation because of the mileage. Personally I would drop the pan and change filter and fluid but. Sometimes when a transmission has not been serviced for a lot of miles and you drain the fluid the transmission has the potential for failure. I would still service it just giving you a heads up.

@markfromtexas9810 Жыл бұрын

Hey Steve, Im a yota tech, I use a mightyvac mv6400 pump to fill from underneath. Even though I'm a tech, I do appreciate you showing folks stuff like this.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark. Is that filler faster than a drill pump?

@markfromtexas9810 Жыл бұрын

Haven't tried it with a drill pump. You pump the mv up like a garden sprayer and it will fill the trans in 2-5 minutes.

@randygonzales6760 11 ай бұрын

Hi Steve, I'm trying to change my transmission fluid and then I figured it out above the termostat there's no plug the I can push and put the pin. How can I check the level of the fluid after?2021 toyota tundra

@jasonpeters9484 10 ай бұрын

@@randygonzales6760Toyota removed the transmission cooler after the 2018’s

@ericrollins8960 2 ай бұрын

@@jasonpeters9484do they still have the thermostat plunger? I have a 2020 I’m looking to do

@Alcides7402 Жыл бұрын

This by far the best video as to how to change the oil in the Toyota Tundra transmission. Well explained step by step. Congratulations.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I really appreciate you saying that.

@mysticjedi6730 3 ай бұрын

We could add a better solution. Figure out the cold tranny fill amount, then drain while cool and fill same amount every time.. no wasting fluid or time figuring out the level..

@samlewis6314 5 ай бұрын

I got completed this process as you described. I didn’t care much for the adapter from Walmart, just the extended 5/8” tubing and a funnel would work better and less mess. Thanks for your video, it gave me confidence for DIY projects on my truck. 👍

@ToolDemos 5 ай бұрын

I’m glad to hear that. Cheers!

@gjm3525 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great video including part numbers and torque settings too. I appreciate you showing how close a temp. gun is compared to going online with an expensive ODB tool.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that.

@mbaygregg 26 күн бұрын

I had a $140 drill pump in my shopping cart for what would undoubtably be a once or twice in a lifetime usage when I saw your video. Thanks for doing this video with this cost saving method of filling the transmission!

@ToolDemos 26 күн бұрын

Glad I could help 👍

@charlespratt8663 Жыл бұрын

Just a tip. Always remove the fill plug before the drain plug. If you drain the pan but cant remove the fill plug you may be walking.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Very good pointer!

@shanebrown2963 Жыл бұрын

I have 08 tundra with 250,000 miles. I have only changed the trans fluid 3 times and about to do it the for the 4th time. Never a problem!

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I love Toyota reliability.

@markthompson6341 4 ай бұрын

Worked great! Thanks for sharing. getting a pin in the trans cooler was the most difficult.

@ToolDemos 4 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it. Yeah, that pin is a bugger.

@RM..... Жыл бұрын

NEVER EVER REMOVE the drain bolt UNTIL you've LOOSENED the FILL PLUG FIRST. Gonna be a bad day if you've already drained the fluid and can not loosen or remove the fill plug. 👍 Also a drain and fill on a Tundra should only take 4qts max .Flush or any other method will take more

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Well said

@Couchlover47 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, you’re correct but calm down about it. Don’t be that guy.

@andreined8463 Жыл бұрын

@@Couchlover47warning never should be calm 😅

@brianbradley8968 11 ай бұрын

Just learned this the hard way....lol

@austinhernandez2716 10 ай бұрын

Why? This makes no sense

@joelin1384 7 ай бұрын

If the filler bolt for reason can't be unscrewed, you can use a bottle rubber stopper and drill a hole size in middle that fit a vinyl tube and plug into the drain hole. Pump new ws fluid through the tube inside with same amount plus 1/4 quart that drained out. Because when you unplug the rubber stopper and screw the drain plug back the extra 1/4 quart to compensate for the fluid lost

@limeallens6160 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to show us how

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped.

@phendrix9476 Жыл бұрын

Great video with a lot of cool tips. Great camera placement too! Def grabbing that funnel from Wally World. I’ve used ONLY Valvoline Maxlife in Toyota 5.7, 3.5, and 4.7 engines. I’ll never understand the fascination with the WS. The heat range for Maxlife is better. Plenty of info on the net about this and now, remarkably, the price of the WS has gone down.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I won’t argue the specs on your fluid, it probably is better. I’m just being extra cautious because in some cars you could cause problems by switching brands.

@edwino.4773 3 ай бұрын

Awesome sir!! I will be servicing my 2014’s transmission soon and referencing this video. Thanks for the content!! 😎

@ToolDemos 3 ай бұрын

Glad to help, happy wrenching!

@jamesfuentes5688 6 ай бұрын

I just hit 100k on mine. And I plan on doing a drain and fill on the transmission.. thanks for the video this definitely gives me the confidence to DIY

@ToolDemos 6 ай бұрын

Glad it helped, I hope it goes well for ya.

@annejackson656 2 ай бұрын

First thing I did when I bought my used Tundra was to drain and measure the oil, drop the pan and change the filter I was happy to see at 100k that it was spotless. I added the same amount of new oil and hit the road. I also have a trans oil temp gauge and try to keep it near engine temp. I tow a lot all over the country

@johnconcentrius 2 ай бұрын

Just wrapped up a transmission fluid and filter job on a 2015 Limited with 111k miles. Thanks for the vid!

@ToolDemos 2 ай бұрын

I’m glad you got it done, awesome!

@rydplrs71 11 ай бұрын

I’m glad I decided to check the fill and level plugs first. The fill plug was difficult, the check plug was rusted so bad a 5mm spins free, 5.5mm won’t fit.

@ToolDemos 11 ай бұрын

That sucks!

@rydplrs71 11 ай бұрын

@@ToolDemos an easy out got it free, and it was a nice day to walk 2 miles to my local dealer. Overall it went good for not going right.

@ToolDemos 11 ай бұрын

@@rydplrs71 I’m glad it worked out.

@MrSakamotothecat Жыл бұрын

Toyota told me that a special tool was used to replace the transmission fluid, and only Toyota was able to do it. (Sure 😏) I'm about to do mine very soon, your video is very helpful thanks for the info, mine is a 08 Tundra V6 4.0 with 70,890 miles, and she is a champion, and leaves the coma taco (eat taco), ahem I mean Tacoma behind, always starts right away, doesn't burn oil, and she's s always hungry for a trip. Bless you all

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thank you. That’s a rare Tundra, glad you’re taking care of it.

@daves-space 18 күн бұрын

Man I'm jealous of the lack of rust! I just had to replace my transmission pan and all 12 bolts because of the rust. Even had to drill out 6 of the bolts that got corroded, installing helicoils to make it work! Great video!

@ToolDemos 17 күн бұрын

Oh no! That must’ve sucked. I’ll remember to appreciate living in Florida.

@daves-space 17 күн бұрын

@@ToolDemos That's a fine state you live in! I'm thinking of moving there myself 💪🏻 great video once again and I'll be checking out more of your content!

@safaricartvideos Жыл бұрын

I think I'll make sure I can get my fill plug out, before removing drain plug. I also plan on measuring exactly how much I can get out, and put exactly that much back in.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with that.

@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix 3 ай бұрын

Thats what I did with my Titan XD. It does have a dip stick but I still measured what I removed and added the same amount of new fluid to prevent under/over filling it.

@byronswogger 4 ай бұрын

I have been using amsoil fs transmission fluid version, in my work tundra since 70 k miles, it now has 250k. Tows a 7000 lbs trailer full time, still shifts great. One suggestion, measure what you take out, then just put the same amount back in, much easier.

@ToolDemos 4 ай бұрын

Great info, thanks.

@MidnightMiata Жыл бұрын

Glad I found this video! I've read on the forums that folks like to use Valvoline Max Life for the higher mileage Tundras like mine. I'll definitely be using this method you did!

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped.

@hdrunk5 7 ай бұрын

If you’re doing this in cold weather, it’s going to take quite a while for the D light to come on once you’re in check mode. I did this in 46 degree F weather, with a stiff north wind. It took about 40 minutes. I actually thought I did something wrong. The transmission temp gauge was about 1/3 of the way up when the D light finally lit up. I suspected the cold weather may have been the issue, so I feathered the throttle a bit to increase heat output. It worked.

@ToolDemos 7 ай бұрын

Wow, I’m shivering thinking about it.

@Ichibuns 3 ай бұрын

A fluid extractor makes these jobs way easier. About $100. Good for adding/subtracting fluids and bleeding brakes. They're worth the expense.

@chrisbruce7594 3 ай бұрын

You can also go through the inner fender on the driver side. Plus there's a 1 quart jug you can get thar allows you to pour the transmission fluid into it and then open the bottom to add to the transmission

@davidnguyen1216 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I just got a 2019 tundra for towing. Have up my trd pro 2019 tacoma. And I'm glad i did all required maint. The previous owner didn't really do well on maint

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Right, if you keep up on maintenance it’ll last for a very long time.

@dougm.635 7 ай бұрын

Quick tip: the drain plug is same as check bolt- dump the allen bolt, and get a 2nd hex head drain plug to swap in there...Easier

@boostcrazy 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips! Going to Walmart and Home Depot right now!

@ToolDemos 6 ай бұрын

Have fun!

@mhakantekin3894 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for great video!

@ToolDemos 5 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@ed_1969 7 ай бұрын

Great video!

@ToolDemos 7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@JohnnySplattWadd Жыл бұрын

Your video saved me 100's of $$ when my son changed the oil in my 06 Tundra 4wd. He saw the drain plug, removed it and drained the oil which turned out to be the ATF as he never saw a drain plug on a trans pan before and was rushing thru the task. When he realized what he did he quickly put the drain plug back in place. Once I couldn't find the nonexistent dipstick and filler tube, I called my friend who has been building tranny's for over 40 years and he told me Tundra's were a "cluster f$%k" and advised me to sell that POS which I did. As if planned by the Toyota stealership they advised a complete trans service for over 400.00$ and refused to add the required amount. SOLD!!! Thank you. Thank you!!

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Oh wow! Glad I could help.

@VoodooCrab Жыл бұрын

I have put a collective 600k miles on 3 Toyotas with sealed transmissions and never had one transmission issue. Interesting getting rid of a dependable vehicle over a $400 service you may do only once or twice during the entire time you own it. 🤷🏻‍♂

@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix 3 ай бұрын

Toyota trucks have some of the best, if not the best transmissions. I know of two separate million mile tundras used for oilfield hot shots that were regularly overloaded and regularly towed more than the rated capacity and both transmission were trouble free to over 700k miles. One lost reverse at 770k miles and it turned out to be a solenoid. The other at over 700k miles had a flutter going to 3rd gear. The giy had it rebuilt, but the tech said it just needed a fluid and filter change as it wasn't worn that bad. All vehicles have done away with transmission dipsticks. My Titan XD with the cummins oddly still does have a dipstick.

@spideybusa Жыл бұрын

This!! Exactly what I have been looking for!!

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m really glad to hear that.

@kevindelk 9 ай бұрын

Definitely think this method is more accurate than the pump. Just measure exactly what you take out and put the same back in.

@ToolDemos 9 ай бұрын

Great point!

@peterdaniel66 8 күн бұрын

1 correction. ALWAYS undo the FILL plug FIRST... otherwise you will have to turn your truck upside down to fill it. Also. When you do this COLD COLD COLD. use a little plastic 10qt bucket that has measurements on the side. Whatever you take out, simply replace. Saves the time of doing the whole temp thing. Foolproof as long as you dont mix up qts with Liters lol

@ToolDemos 7 күн бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

@joerivas9847 11 ай бұрын

GEEEZ!! Manufacturers make simple things complicated.......

@ToolDemos 11 ай бұрын

Yes they do.

@billbeckett1021 Жыл бұрын

This is much easier then having to jump pins on the ODB II port. I did this on a 16 Corolla. Not eztremly tough but a pain in the neck.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Sounds like it. I’ve actually never heard of that- gotta check it out.

@GOGSANGEL 8 ай бұрын

Now why wouldn’t Toyota want me to see this video, had to watch it for that reason lol

@ToolDemos 8 ай бұрын

Lol

@callkey Ай бұрын

They don't want anybody working on their product it won't be long and there won't be a drain plug or a fill plug.. totally sealed..

@clintonluksa7354 8 ай бұрын

I used the Covid temp gun on “surface temp” mode. Pointed right at the atf leaving the level hole. Could see the temp of oil very easy this way and didn’t have to buy anything else. When I pointed at pan could tell runs way cooler and your 10 degree less approximation is about right.

@ToolDemos 8 ай бұрын

Great idea.

@striderwolf687 7 ай бұрын

Cool to see the scan tool and temp laser gun! Ha!

@ricksterinep Ай бұрын

If Toyota wanted to have these transmissions serviced, they would have put it on their scheduled maintenance charts but they're not. Over 200k on mine and never been serviced, no slipping or hesitation, runs like a Tundra should.

@ToolDemos Ай бұрын

It’s in the chart under ‘severe duty’ which includes heavy loads, towing, and dirt roads.

@scorpionscythe 2 ай бұрын

Great video but I did find using a pump a lot easier. Yes, you spend a few dollars but it’s worth it. I also don’t understand the temp requirement. If you drain the oil when the engine is cool and put in the same amount drained, you don’t need to do the temp check. (The fluid temp is the same so same amount in that came out.) Just run the truck for a bit and shift gears slowly when done.

@leONBRAVE Жыл бұрын

Man i love this video, keep going steve!!

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Look out, the 100k mile spectacular is coming soon.

@anthonymanino6562 Жыл бұрын

Great detailed video thanks for the info

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped.

@benjaminfisher750 Жыл бұрын

You're very good at these videos, please keep making them! I want to do all the service and repair work on our 2014 Tundra myself - I get that mechanics are professionals and their work is valued, BUT I'm sick of being taken for a ride for what often ends up being half-assed jobs. This new video is great. But why didn't you remove the pan to drain out the liter or so of fluid from the bottom-most area where the magnets reside? To replace the strainer, too?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks Benjamin. I like this way for two reasons: 1. The bolts on the trans pan are known to get rusty and they break when you attempt to remove them. 2. I think a fresh 5 quarts of trans fluid every couple oil changes is more beneficial than the occasional strainer replacement. Because this job is so easy now, I’ll have time to do it more often.

@timferguson593 Жыл бұрын

Not worth taking off the pan. He did all that in the first video. Drain and fill is enough.

@marshmower Жыл бұрын

That strainer really only stops slivers and chunks. The magnets do a pretty good job reducing the number of steel particles over time. If you get"glitter" upon popping the drain plug, further investigation is warranted.

@condor5635 Жыл бұрын

That’s exactly the way you should do it. Why buy that drill pump? I bought a new fill nut from Toyota and drilled it out to accept the tubing like you have. Totally gravity fed, simple and cheap. Use a funnel attached to tubing and hung from hood

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

I like simple solutions.

@paulapril 10 ай бұрын

I prefer to flush the transmission jumping OBD2 pins 4 and 13 when checking the ATF temperature and level at the check tube. I also drop the pan, cean the pan, pan magnets, filter, replace the filter O ring and pan gasket.

@ToolDemos 10 ай бұрын

Very thorough

@paulapril 10 ай бұрын

@@ToolDemos Thank you sir!

@dnaonyoutube Жыл бұрын

Great work 👏 thank you

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I hope it helped.

@toetz4491 29 күн бұрын

Now i see why they flag your vid. But other than that ... i like the cheap refill idea .

@ToolDemos 28 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@jhartmac100 23 күн бұрын

Excellent vid, every 20k? did you start it like that from 0 miles or began at a later mileage?

@ToolDemos 23 күн бұрын

I started around 40k, but I’ve done several since. Gets easier the more ya do it.

@daveytomasulo8164 11 ай бұрын

Is it a good idea to remove the check plug before it’s reached 104°? I would think accurate level depends on waiting till you’re at the correct temperature.🤷🏻‍♂️

@ToolDemos 11 ай бұрын

As the fluid warms up, it expands. The expansion causes more fluid to spill out. So, if you remove the plug before the fluid warms up, it will just spill out some, but not enough. Once it has warmed up, just replace the plug.

@zncuentertainment712 12 күн бұрын

Do you have the rubber gasket part number for the fill plug?

@coreyzimmerman-qo3ej 2 ай бұрын

I have tried this a few times before. I only get about 3.5 quarts drainage. But your saying add 5 after draining? Do you know how to flush the entire system? Good video by the way

@ToolDemos 2 ай бұрын

I should’ve only put 4 quarts in. Whole system flush isn’t recommended, but you can repeat this process to clean it up more if needed.

@MitchDore Жыл бұрын

Good work

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mitch.

@JuanBolivar-vv8ig 2 ай бұрын

Steve I have a 2014 Tundra, 185k miles Im sure there is some rust what do you recommend?

@user-wr9xt7sf7w Жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you. How often should I drop the pan and replace the filter / strainer and clean the magnets?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks. First Toyotas answer, according to them dropping the pan is not a necessary part of maintenance. In my opinion, maybe every hundred thousand miles or so, with a warning. The bolts holding the pan on, are known to get pretty rusty if you live in an area where rust is a problem. If you see that, I would stay away from it unless you were ready to deal with a lot of broken bolts.

@user-wr9xt7sf7w Жыл бұрын

@@ToolDemos ok, thanks

@SweetSamBear Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I'm going to try this for the first time. Mine is at 130k, and if its not a recommended service, then I've probably never had it done by a shop. My question is, when you remove the overfill plug, is that old AT fluid coming out or the new fluid put in? Bc i know you're only replace 5 qts at a time and the system i think is 12+? I'm wondering if i do a second consecutive drain and fill, will i be replacing the new AT fluid or the next old 5qts?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

It will be a mix, but mostly old.

@davidhughes664 24 күн бұрын

I have a 200k miles 2008, no records of prior service before 150k. I've never changed the fluid, but was going to give it a shot. Not sure I understand your comments re "maybe leave that high mileage tranny alone or risk slippage with a fluid change...". Why would this fluid change have a detrimental effect? Thx, btw, great vid.

@ToolDemos 24 күн бұрын

When a transmission wears out, it deposits that material into the fluid. It’s one of the reasons why we change the fluid. But if you don’t change the fluid and just leave those deposits in there, it will do two things. One it will wear the transmission out faster. Two it will assist what’s left of the transmission to keep working without slipping. So if you change out that old oil the transmission will slip.

@davidhughes664 24 күн бұрын

Makes sense. Wondering what my dealer would door say if i bring this in for a full service on the unit. Thanks again

@RoyalBubble5575 9 ай бұрын

I had a complete blonde moment and drained out some of my transmission fluid instead of my engine oil🤦‍♂️ I’ve put about 4 quarts back in but it still hasn’t overflowed through the fluid overflow bolt. I swear I hadn’t taken out that much and thought it to be about 2 quarts. Any advice?

@ToolDemos 9 ай бұрын

It’s hard to say without being there, but if you let the entire pan drain out, you’ll need to add about another quart.

@thumper823 Жыл бұрын

Great video...thank you!

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@COMMANDER-ONE 2 ай бұрын

4:39 I believe you meant to say 2018 or newer. “Not 2018 or older”.

@ToolDemos 2 ай бұрын

2018 and older has the trans cooler, 2019 and up doesn’t.

@Baebon6259 Ай бұрын

I have a 2021 which doesn't come with a trans cooler. So I don't have to do the "grenade pin" since there isn't a trans cooler? Thanks

@ToolDemos Ай бұрын

That’s right. Everything else remains the same.

@bradysully5755 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful.

@aircomp Жыл бұрын

Great video. With dip stick systems it is critical to ensure that you put back the exact amount that you've taken out. Last one I did was my pathfinder. I used the cooler hose to evacuate the fluid, measuring what I removed and refilling that amount of new fluid. I did that repeatedly until clear to resolve a coolant leak/atf contamination issue. Did the trick. I now have a 2013 Sequoia. Seems that with this closed system, the fill plug ensures that you're putting in precisely the right amount, even when you "try" to put in too much :) I'm wondering if draining as you did, then starting the engine to empty the fluid from a detached cooler line (to drain the fluid in the torque converter), THEN filling to the fill plug level would give you pretty close to a full fluid replacement.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I totally understand what you mean when you want to flush the entire system. You did the right thing on your Pathfinder because you were fixing a problem. I’ve done that before in the past, but for scheduled maintenance, I prefer the procedure to be more simple. With a quick spill-and-fill that really only takes about as long as an oil change, you can shorten the interval. I think if you do this every 30,000 miles it will keep your transmission happy and you won’t have to take the system apart and make as big a mess.

@bdixon2668 6 ай бұрын

But, where are the other 8-12 quarts? How do I flush it!?

@csmaneval3285 9 ай бұрын

Just FYI my 2021 has a thermostat and tow package but it does not have the mechanism for the grenade pin.

@ToolDemos 9 ай бұрын

Thanks

@Sevphotography Жыл бұрын

in our other video you change out the filter and gasket is it that important every time you change the oil?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

No, Toyota doesn’t consider them maintenance items either. They can go a long time.

@danforet454 Ай бұрын

Your video is semi accurate. Temperature should be between 115-133F to check your overflow level. When you mentioned at beginning “ Toyota don’t want you to change your transmission fluid at home “ they ban you. Otherwise good video.

@ToolDemos Ай бұрын

I appreciate ya.

@greekmaster1001 3 ай бұрын

I wonder why before the video starts it says the Toyota and Toyota affiliates don’t want you to see this video

@martinsimko5308 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@BADD400 Жыл бұрын

When I was at a Nissan dealership we measured the fluid that came out of the transmission then place whatever came out back in

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

I always wonder if the last guy did it right.

@seanmclaughlin7415 5 ай бұрын

His recommendation for the Accutel scanner is no longer recommended. Anybody have recommendations for solid scanners at reasonable price?

@Richie5480 8 ай бұрын

What about the dirty oil that’s in the cooler & torque converter??????

@ToolDemos 8 ай бұрын

This won't touch that, but I think a lower mileage schedule will make up for it.

@jameslong1644 10 ай бұрын

I know this is deal procedure but wouldn't it be way easier to measure what you drained and just replace it with exact amount?

@ToolDemos 10 ай бұрын

Honestly, if you have a scanner or thermometer doing this is really easy.

@HeyMikeyLikesIt2 Жыл бұрын

Wow, so many questions… Not to sharpshoot you at all. Can we remove pan to change filter and clean magnets? Can we just measure what we removed and replace the same amount? There will be an over spill either way. Doesn’t the amount we add get contaminated as soon as the new oil mixes? I’ve had it flushed by the dealership once in my 2010 Tundras 180k lifetime. I was thinking of having it flushed again by the dealership, then I come behind them and remove pan, replace filter and clean magnets. I see less contamination that way. I don’t see why the oil needs to be at a certain degree, maybe for expansion, but does older oil expand less or more than newer oil? I love this 2010 Tundra, and I’m going to drive it until the wheels fall off, then replace them.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

You can remove the pan if you choose, two things to keep in mind. 1: adding more steps to the job means you do it less often. 2: The pan bolts can get rusty and might break when you try to loosen them. As far as measuring the new fluid: 1: fluid expands with heat, so they have an established range to check the level. 2: relying on measuring the old fluid means you have to trust the level was correct from the last job and that you capture all of the spilled fluid. Hope this helps.

@Sagesage1212 4 ай бұрын

I have a 6” left, how do I make sure it is leveled?

@viteshchand5373 Ай бұрын

Would this same procedure for 2015 Tundra Platinum 4X4?

@ToolDemos Ай бұрын

Yes, same transmission.

@joemygnalaga6971 Жыл бұрын

will your scanner work on a 2020 sequoia? i want to know if it can read the sequoia transmission temps….

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

The best way I can answer your question is by giving you a link to Autel vehicle coverage page. If the tool you are looking for covers your vehicle, it will show you here: autel.com/us/vehicle-coverage/

@haystephen 5 ай бұрын

I have a 2020 tundra. I don’t think I need a pin since mine doesn’t have a transmission cooler.

@ToolDemos 5 ай бұрын

Exactly right

@tylorsonnier2591 6 ай бұрын

When should you do your first transmission fluid change ? I’m at 60,000 now

@ToolDemos 6 ай бұрын

I say every 30k or so. People who sell new cars will tell you different.

@alanaho4915 2 ай бұрын

I did my fluid drain and fill today. I'm not sure I got a faulty transmission filler from Walmart, but the black connector only securely screwed on the ATF WS quarts for two of them. I ended up pouring the next quart into one of the containers that it fit - if that makes sense. I think next time I'll use the hand pump. Question though on drain amount, fill amount and Overflow check to trickle. I drained 4 quarts (just a tad below the mark). I filled with 5 quarts. However, what drained out during the Overflow to a trickle was 2 quarts?! The math doesn't make sense to me. Tests drive is fine. The transmission temp guage was at normal and no slipping. Thoughts?

@ToolDemos 2 ай бұрын

Questions: Was the engine running during the overflow drain? Was the transmission temperature within the check window?

@alanaho4915 2 ай бұрын

@ToolDemos yes the engine was running at the checked temperature. I did both the wire in the obd2 and confirmed with a laser temp (this was about 5 to 7 degrees different, my guess). The "D" was solid as I did my overflow drain. The trickle came then the "D" started flashing.

@outdoors-fun 3 ай бұрын

Would it have been better to just measure how much you drained, and then put that much back in?

@ToolDemos 3 ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with doing it that way, if you prefer it.

@markk2060 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Any idea approx how much oil came out of pan after first drain?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark, I wish I had measured what came out, but I didn’t. It seemed to me like about a quart maybe a little less.

@markk2060 Жыл бұрын

@@ToolDemos Thank you sir, I appreciate it!

@dannyumana143 7 ай бұрын

have you removed pan to replace fluid? I believe there are some magnets on the pan and some fluid stays in there even with a drain and fill

@ToolDemos 7 ай бұрын

Yup: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mbSlZsmWtLK8qH0.htmlsi=l5v1OwkVrog-xZp_

@dynaryda8857 7 ай бұрын

I have a 2011 5.7 that I’m sure has never had the fluid changed (I got it at 120k it’s at 170k now). If it were your truck would you recommend changing the fluid or just leave it how it is?

@ToolDemos 7 ай бұрын

If it were my truck, I would just try to get as many miles out of that transmission as is. If you change the fluid now, you’d run the risk of developing problems like slipping.

@Matt_Funk 7 ай бұрын

Tundra with 142k and no transmission fluid service ever. I don’t like that it’s never been done. Do you feel this is worthwhile endeavor?

@ToolDemos 7 ай бұрын

Honestly, my personal limit is 100k. I’ve never seen a good study on that, though.

@Gary_in_NoVA 8 ай бұрын

The tool description says the Autel scanner is no longer a reliable source. Can you tell us the scanner model number? I’m looking for the cheapest scanner that has the transmission temp PID, and it isn’t very easy to find. Thanks!

@ToolDemos 8 ай бұрын

It’s the MaxiDiag Elite (no part number). The updated version is no good. Here’s a full-function scanner that’s much better, pretty inexpensive, and is Toyota/Lexus specific: amzn.to/3HfSX1r I really like mine, made a video on it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oreSmcVq3tyZeoE.htmlsi=QpFHN1GfeJtns95L

@Gary_in_NoVA 8 ай бұрын

@@ToolDemos Outstanding! Thank you for that, and for the quick reply! Merry Christmas!

@ToolDemos 8 ай бұрын

@@Gary_in_NoVA thanks, Gary. Merry Christmas to you too.

@josephstrong3565 9 ай бұрын

Would you recommend doing the drain and fill if 110k miles have lapsed between servicing?

@ToolDemos 9 ай бұрын

That could be risky. As you know, changing the fluid won’t harm your transmission, but it could reveal some wear that already exists. Sometimes higher mileage transmissions will slip after you’ve done the service.

@lloydivan4686 2 ай бұрын

Did you try filling fluid in the overflow / check plug?

@ToolDemos 2 ай бұрын

No. Some cars use it as the fill, but not this one.

@lloydivan4686 2 ай бұрын

@@ToolDemos thank you.

@edwardmartinez1167 7 ай бұрын

Good morning question I have a 2008 tundra 5.7 V8 and I happen to get codes P0761 which states shift solenoid C performance or stuck off and code P2714 Pressure solenoid D performance or stuck off. My intentions are to replace those both solenoids,transmission filter/O ring and pan gasket as well as replacing the drain/check plug crush washers and almost forgot as well replace the fill plug O Ring and put in new fresh WS transmission fluid back in. What’s ur opinion on me doing this please?

@ToolDemos 7 ай бұрын

OK here’s my opinion, take it for what it’s worth. It would seem to me that your transmission is high mileage and possibly hasn’t seen many oil changes. It’s likely that your transmission fluid is going to be sludged up at this point. I say this to get to my point, which is there is a high likelihood that your valve body is getting plugged up with debris. Sometimes, when that happens, it’s possible to solve the problem by flushing the transmission with new fluid, sometimes not. Replacing all that fluid could lead to other problems like your transmission slipping. Transmission diagnostics can be a very tricky thing and I am certainly not an expert. My recommendation would be to give the fluid change a shot, assuming you are willing to take that risk. If you still have issues, then consider taking it to a very good transmission shop to get a solid diagnosis.

@edwardmartinez1167 7 ай бұрын

Appreciate the response and forgot to mention that I used to b a tech for toyota so maintenance wise my truck is tip top including the tranny 😉. Did what I wrote n the first comment today it was a bit time consuming but I made it happen. All I have left to do is fill the transmission tomorrow with the WS atf fluid and check the level of it and am hoping that should fix my issue. @ least I got the heavy work out of the way today/tonight was going to fill it up tonight but the time caught and the flies started coming out plus I didn’t want to make a mess and not see what i was doing so tomorrow morning it is. I have 10 and 1/4 of another quarts n total so am hoping I have enough tranny fluid for tomorrow 😬

@thewindowcleaner812 8 ай бұрын

Hey there I have a question, I have 2014 Tundra and there is no thermostat to close off, I it still the same procedure?

@ToolDemos 8 ай бұрын

Yes, if your Tundra doesn’t have a cooler, all the other procedures still apply.

@KeystoneTexan 3 ай бұрын

My truck just turned 73,000 miles and it’s a 2018. Should I just do a drain and fill or should I also change the filter?

@ToolDemos 3 ай бұрын

Changing the filter wouldn’t hurt, I still do it about every 4th service. Just make sure the bolts holding up your pan aren’t rusty. They tend to break.

@cmora1992 Ай бұрын

Do you put 100% fresh fluid ? Or do you use some of the old fluid and and just add some fresh fluid ? Just trying to learn what to do. I heard 100% fresh fluid can cause the transmission to slip

@ToolDemos Ай бұрын

Fresh fluid cannot harm your transmission. Although if you do a first fluid change on a high mileage transmission it could begin slipping. That transmission was already on its way out, the new fluid just revealed it.

@cmora1992 Ай бұрын

@@ToolDemos I bought a 2010 tundra recently and idk if it has been done before. Maintenance history said nothing about it. So should I not change it at all?

@ToolDemos Ай бұрын

@@cmora1992 It’s really a mileage question. Personally, I wouldn’t change the fluid on a transmission over 100,000 miles, if it were the first time.

@daltondelancey8810 4 ай бұрын

Do you have to remove the check plug and mess with temp? Is that necessary?

@ToolDemos 4 ай бұрын

To know where your fluid level is, yes.

@evilwhitey98 Жыл бұрын

If you're measuring the temp with a temp gun at the pan, does it really matter if you do the grenade pin or not?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

I try to do what I can.

@gjm3525 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a part number for the new washer on the 5mm check plug? Thanks for all your time and help.

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

It’s the same as the drain plug gasket: 35178-30010

@vurbanindustries4656 Жыл бұрын

Is there a way to remove all the old fluid from the bell housing with the draining, and does this even need to be done?

@ToolDemos 11 ай бұрын

There's no drain plug for that, you'd have to flush the system to get it out. Some shops will do that for you, but I don't recommend it.

@ToolDemos 11 ай бұрын

@@Crickeybeoch first, a warning: It would be better for your transmission if you never changed the fluid than to run it dry. The fastest way to destroy a transmission is to run it without fluid in it. That being said, the answer to your question is yes. In the front of the transmission and connected to the input shaft is the hydraulic pump. When the engine turns, that pump circulates fluid throughout the entire system, then back into the sump.

@seanmclaughlin7415 5 ай бұрын

I don’t understand the temp range given to check the fluid. Trans fluid expands. Trans temps can reach 185°. Does the fluid stop expanding at 113°? If not … why not let it get to maximum temperature and then check it? Is this the same for other manufacturers?

@ToolDemos 5 ай бұрын

Toyota decided to give us a break, and let us check the fluid without burning our arms on hot exhaust. Different car makes and models have different temperature ranges, I’m glad this one is on the cooler side.

@seanmclaughlin7415 5 ай бұрын

@@ToolDemos Okay. What about the continued expansion? Toyota must have compensated somehow with the overflow tube. Thanks for responding. I really appreciate it.

@ToolDemos 5 ай бұрын

@@seanmclaughlin7415 yes, it will continue to expand, but the overflow tube’s length is designed for the temperature spec given. If you let it warm up to full temp, too much fluid will pour out.

@seanmclaughlin7415 5 ай бұрын

@@ToolDemos I figured. Just wanted to confirm. Thank you 🙏

@seanmclaughlin7415 5 ай бұрын

Do you happen to know the temp to check a 2017 Ford F-150 with the 6 speed tranny?

@rabo99 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. What is your opinion on pulling the cooler line and replacing all the fluid?

@ToolDemos Жыл бұрын

I think it’s messy and complicated. I like simple, so the spill-n-fill is better for me. Replacing all the fluid might be better, but a quick 5-6 quarts once a year is easy and I’ll actually do it.